Cruise
Explora Journeys offers the latest details on Explora III
Explora Journeys has unveiled details of EXPLORA III, setting sail for its inaugural journeys in Summer 2026. Designed to offer a refined home-away-from-home, EXPLORA III will feature 463 spacious Ocean Suites, Penthouses, and Residences, complemented by award-winning culinary offerings and ocean-inspired wellness experiences. During its inaugural season, EXPLORA III will take guests on scenic journeys through Northern Europe’s dramatic coastlines, the magical landscapes of Iceland and Greenland, and the vibrant scenery of North America’s East Coast, before positioning to the...
Travel Edge’s Andrew Pilkington Embarks on Explora Journeys
Travel Edge president, Andrew Pilkington recently embarked on a “bleisure” themed voyage aboard Explora Journeys’ newest ship EXPLORA II showcasing the unparalleled offerings of this innovative cruise line through a social media blitz documenting his experiences. Bleisure travel (combining business and leisure) has surged in popularity as more business travelers combine work and leisure while travelling. According to a survey conducted by Expedia, the likelihood of bleisure travel has jumped, with 76% of business travellers planning to take a bleisure trip in the next 12...
Virgin Voyages sets sail with first annual pass
In celebration of Travel Tuesday – and on the heels of its sold out Summer Season Pass -- Virgin Voyages is offering travellers the opportunity to experience what it’s like to Set Sail the Virgin Way all year long. Starting from sailings in 2025, passengers can hop onto any ship, anytime, from anywhere – for an entire calendar year. Whether Sailors are chasing the sun to soak in the crystal blue waters of St. Kitts, dreaming of tangerine sunsets in Ibiza, or stargazing alongside the Icelandic shores, there is no shortage of itineraries, destinations and voyage lengths to...
Princess Cruises’ Caribbean Princess arrives in Port Canaveral
Princess Cruises celebrated the arrival of Caribbean Princess in Port Canaveral on Nov. 27, marking the launch of a new season of Caribbean cruises from this convenient Central Florida homeport. The ship set sail on a four-day Thanksgiving cruise to Turks & Caicos. The inaugural winter season from Port Canaveral features 19 additional cruise departures to the Eastern and Western Caribbean, with voyages ranging from six to eight days. Some of the exciting itineraries include: Eastern Caribbean: Six-day cruises to Nassau, Grand Turk, and either Amber Cove or San...
MSC offers sneak peek at MSC World America
With less than five months until the launch of MSC Cruises’ new flagship, MSC World America, the cruise line has shared a unique look into the ship’s construction. MSC World America represents an important evolution for MSC Cruises’ successful World Class prototype - ushering in a new world of cruising with re-imagined venues and concepts to deliver the ultimate guest experience in the Caribbean, offering MSC Cruises’ signature elegant European design with North American comfort appealing to travellers who are seeking global adventures. Life on board The new flagship will...
Windstar Cruises’ new Star Seeker floats out in Portugal
The new Star Seeker yacht, the first Star Class new build for small ship line Windstar Cruises, has floated out of the building dock, touching water for the first time at the WestSEA Shipyard in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. A float out is a maritime tradition of marking when a ship leaves dry dock and becomes waterborne for the first time. While construction of Star Seeker’s exterior is complete, work will be ongoing to complete the interiors, including 112 spacious suites. The ship will also boast five dining options, a full-service spa with a grand entrance from the deck above,...
Ponant announces 36 co-branded Smithsonian sailings for 2026
Ponant has announced 36 co-branded sailings for 2026 in alliance with Smithsonian Journeys, the travel program of the Smithsonian Institution. Marking the most departures ever offered in a single year, this expanded lineup represents a fifth year of collaboration between Ponant and Smithsonian Journeys highlighting a continued shared commitment to fostering global citizenship through immersive travel experiences. These extraordinary voyages blend Ponant’s seafaring expertise and esteemed hospitality with Smithsonian’s unparalleled legacy as the world’s largest museum, education, and...
Ensemble to host LGBTQ+ sailing with Explora Journeys
Ensemble has announced its first-ever hosted LGBTQ+ sailing with luxury cruise line Explora Journeys. Taking place from July 26 to Aug. 2, 2025, aboard Explora I, the 8-day journey will set sail from Istanbul, Turkey, to Genoa, Italy, with stops in Lesbos and Paros, Greece; Palermo, Sicily; and along the Amalfi Coast. This voyage will be hosted by Jeffrey Bateman, VP of operations at Crown Cruise Vacations, a top member of Ensemble, and promises an exceptional experience of exploration, luxury, and community. This inaugural LGBTQ+ sailing reflects Ensemble's dedication to expanding its...